| GOOD | BAD |
 Dominican Republic |
 Dominica |
| These colors provide balance and contrast, leaving a white cross as "negative space" in the middle of the flag. | By using ALL six basic flag colors, this flag creates unnecessary cost and complexity. Who can see the parrot’s red and black eye? |
| GOOD | BAD |
 New Mexico (USA) |
 Virginia (USA) |
| Red and yellow recall the state’s Spanish heritage, while the sun symbol comes from the Zia Indians. This design was voted the best U.S. state flag by NAVA members. | Imagine, 18 different colors in the official flag specifications! Not only are they difficult to distinguish, but having that many colors drives up the manufacturing cost. |
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